Position: Casual Funeral Service OperativeLocation: Selim Smith Funeral Directors, Cheltenham Job Type: CasualSalary: £12.87 per hour
We're looking for compassionate individuals to join our team on a casual basis, supporting families during funeral services and behind the scenes. This flexible opportunity is ideal for those who want to make a difference in their community while working around other commitments.
The Role
You'll be part of a team that ensures every service is delivered with dignity and respect. This position is well-suited to individuals who are looking to work occasionally and contribute in a meaningful way, especially during peak periods or when extra ceremonial support is required., Assisting at funeral services - bearing coffins, setting up venues, and supporting mourners
Driving and operating specialist vehicles such as hearses and limousines
Representing Dignity Funerals with professionalism and empathy
Providing respectful, discreet support to families on the day of the service
Maintaining ceremonial standards in appearance, conduct, and service delivery, A fulfilling opportunity to support families in your community
Flexible casual working arrangements
Full training and ongoing support
Uniform and all necessary equipment provided
If you're looking to be part of a compassionate team and want to support people when they need it most, we'd love to hear from you.
Demonstrates compassion, empathy, and professionalism
Understands the importance of presentation and discretion
Is physically capable of manual handling tasks, including lifting and carrying
Holds a Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
Is reliable, punctual, and flexible with working hours, including short-notice availability
Is comfortable with tasks that involve direct contact with the deceased
No previous experience in funeral care is required - full training and uniform will be provided.
What We Offer
We are Dignity, one of the UK's oldest and most trusted funeral providers, with over 200 years of history, 570 branches, and 46 crematoria. From launching the UK's first funeral plan to helping shape modern regulation, we have led the way in supporting families with care, compassion, and professionalism.
Now we are building the UK's leading end of life company. As part of the Dignity Group, we also operate Farewill, the country's largest will writer and one of the UK's top probate providers, giving families support not just at the funeral, but before and after as well.
Today we are over 4,000 people across the UK, all driven by the same goal: to care for families with compassion and make the UK a world leader in end of life care. Here to help, whenever you need.
FCA Statement
We're regulated by the FCA, so some roles may be subject to background checks
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We know that diverse teams make better decisions, build better products, and create a better place to work. Whoever you are, wherever you're from, and whatever your life looks like, we'd love to hear from you. And if there's anything you need to make the process more accessible, please let us know
Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.
We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
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